YPD looking for Jeep-Wrangler-spare-tire thief

YUMA, Ariz. – The Yuma Police Department is looking for a thief who is stealing spare tires off of Jeep Wrangler cars.

YPD said there have been eight reports of these tires being stolen since January. Four reports were taken in July alone.

Officers said there does not appear to be a specific area or pattern where this is happening. YPD recommends if you have a Jeep Wrangler or a vehicle that has an outside spare tire, take precautions and secure your spare tire.

The Yuma Police Department encourages anyone with any information about these cases to please the Yuma Police Department at (928)373-4700 or 78-Crime (928)782-7463 to remain anonymous.